On April 25, 2025, Zijinshan Gold-Copper Mine, a flagship project of Zijin Mining, was selected as a case study for occupational health by China’s National Health Commission. The recognition highlights the mine’s innovative practices and sustained efforts in health, safety, and employee well-being.
To identify and promote best practices in occupational health from across China, the selection of the fourth batch of case studies was launched in December 2024. A total of 50 local government cases and 160 corporate cases stood out from the process.
Zijinshan’s inclusion underscores its leadership in integrating health-focused initiatives with mining operations. Key achievements include:
l Safety innovations
The mine has adopted cutting-edge technologies such as unmanned underground LHD (load-haul-dump) systems and electric mining equipment to minimize worker exposure to hazardous environments and improve operational safety.
l Comprehensive health services
Zijinshan operates an integrated health service system—comprising a clinic, counseling rooms, and stress relief zones—to provide employees with medical services, psychological counseling, and crisis intervention.
l Health culture
The mine organizes annual events such as staff sports meets and walking challenges to promote physical activity and foster a culture of health and wellness.
In recent years, Zijinshan has received multiple honors, including National Model Workers’ Employer, National Safety Culture Demonstration Company, Fujian Provincial Canteen of Health and Nutrition, and Longyan Municipal Healthy Company.
Translator: Li Yuanxing Reviser: Jian Editor-in-Chief: Fa Yuan
About Zijin Mining
Zijin Mining is a leading global metals and mining company and one of the world’s largest producers of gold, copper, and zinc. The company has more than 30 large-scale mining operations and projects across 19 countries on 5 continents. Leveraging strong in-house research, engineering, and development capabilities, Zijin maintains high operational efficiency and low costs in both acquisitions and operations. This enables the company to be an industry leader in value creation, underpinned by its philosophy of pursuing development for all and sustained by superior environmental, social, and governance performance. Zijin’s shares trade on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX: 2899) and the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE: 601899).
